Annamalai University 2008-1st Year M.Sc Geo-Informatics "120INTRODUCTION TO EARTH SCIENCES " code 1742 - Question Paper
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17 4 2 M.Sc. DEGREE EXAMINATION, 2008
( GEO-INFORMATICS)
(FIRST YEAR)
( PAPER - II )
120. INTRODUCTION TO EARTH SCIENCES - II
(New Regulations)
May ] [ Time : 3 Hours
Maximum : 100 Marks
Answer All questions.
Each answer should be in about 1500 words.
(5 x 20 = 100)
1. (a) Describe magmatic differentiation process.
(b) Explain the geomorphic cycle and add a note on its role in physical geography.
2. (a) Write an essay on the classification of
igneous rocks.
(OR)
(b) Give an account of metamorphic fades.
3. (a) Explain various views on the origin of life.
(OR)
(b) Describe the morphological characters of Trilobites and add a note on their geological history.
4. (a) Describe various principles employed in the
lithostratigraphic correlation.
(OR)
(b) Describe the lower Gondwarra formations with a note on their economic importance.
(i) Jharia coal field.
(ii) Oil fields of Bombay High.
(iii) Lignites of Neyveli.
(iv) Beach sands of West Coast of India.
(OR)
(b) Outline the methods of conservation and utilization of mineral resources.
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